Asked by Chandler Crouch on May 13, 2024
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Which organ is NOT part of the endocrine system?
A) gonads
B) adrenal glands
C) lymph node
D) thymus
Endocrine System
The system of glands that produce and secrete hormones into the bloodstream to regulate the body's growth, metabolism, and function.
Lymph Node
A small, bean-shaped structure that is part of the body's immune system, filtering lymph and trapping pathogens and foreign particles.
Thymus
A primary lymphoid organ located in the upper anterior part of the chest cavity, instrumental in the development of the immune system's T cells.
- Identify organs belonging to the specific body systems and those that are not included.
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Tuphan ShahiMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Lymph nodes are part of the lymphatic system, not the endocrine system. The other options listed (gonads, adrenal glands, and thymus) are all part of the endocrine system.
Learning Objectives
- Identify organs belonging to the specific body systems and those that are not included.